Egypt was a land of toil. Canaan was to be a land of ease, but the ease with which the land would produce would be dependent on two equally important works: the obedience of Israel and the blessings of God. The Lord swore to care for His people as long as they followed Him and never turned from the covenant. The people would have dominion over a land of plenty because God cares for those who love Him and keep His commandments.